180,000 Safety 1st car seats recalled over choking hazard—what parents need to know
Credit is: safety1st.com
An issue with the headrest has led to 13 case reports, but no injuries have been reported.
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A large number of Safety 1st Grow and Go Sprint All-in-One car seats are being voluntarily recalled due to a defect that may pose a choking hazard to young children. The recall was officially issued by Dorel Juvenile Group on April 18, 2025, and posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) under campaign number 25C-006.
According to Dorel Juvenile Group, the manufacturer of Safety 1st car seats, there have been 13 reports of children placing pieces of foam from the headrest into their mouths. Although the foam material is non-toxic and no injuries have been reported, the company is urging families to take action to eliminate the potential choking risk.
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What models are affected?
This recall affects 83,063 units of the Safety 1st Grow and Go Sprint All-in-One (Model CC321) car seat, manufactured between February and December 2023. Only the following U.S. model numbers are included:
- CC321GYU
- CC321GYUD
- CC321GYY
- CC321GYYD
- CC321HAO
- CC321HAR
You can find your model number and manufacture date on the white sticker located on the side of the car seat.
Can I still use the car seat?
Yes. Dorel states that parents may continue using the car seat safely until the free recall repair kit arrives—as long as the child cannot access the foam. The recall is preventive and no incidents have been reported, but it’s important to follow up to ensure continued safety.
What does the recall kit include?
Registered owners will receive a new replacement headrest pad, which is designed to securely cover the existing foam and prevent children from accessing it. The kit will include installation instructions and is completely free of charge.
How to get your free recall kit
To receive your replacement headrest pad, follow these steps:
- Locate the model number and manufacture date on the white sticker found on the side of your car seat.
- If you haven’t already, make sure to register your car seat so Dorel Juvenile Group can send you the free repair kit and keep you updated. You can register online through the Safety 1st website.
- What’s happening next: Dorel Juvenile Group will send a replacement headrest pad kit to impacted families at no cost. Notification letters are expected to be mailed around June 9, 2025, with replacement kits scheduled to ship beginning mid-June 2025.
- Need help or have questions?
- Call Dorel’s customer service team at 877-657-9546
- Email gng-sprint-recall@djgusa.com
- Visit the Safety 1st website for the latest updates and full recall details.
- Once your repair kit arrives, follow the provided instructions to install the new headrest pad securely.
Final takeaway
If your car seat is one of the affected models, registering now means your free repair kit will arrive by early summer. There’s no need to stop using the seat in the meantime, as long as the foam isn’t accessible to your child.
As parents, we do everything we can to protect our kids—on the road and beyond. Taking a moment to check your model number is one of those small-but-mighty steps that helps keep your child safe, secure, and riding with confidence.
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